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Effectiveness of a career intervention for improving career-related outcomes in higher education students with disabilities

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Abstract

Young people with disabilities (YPWDs) in higher education require tailored career support in finding employment. Seventy-five YPWDs in Hong Kong participated in a quantitative program effectiveness study using a three-group comparison design (experimental, other intern, and control) to improve career-related outcomes. Generalized estimating equations revealed that the experimental group showed significant improvements in career-related outcomes such as career decision self-efficacy and focused job search strategy while increasing disability-related outcomes and work cynicism. This study reveals the impact of disability on work experience and its benefits for YPWDs. Important policy implications for future school–work transition programs for YPWDs are discussed. © 2023 by the American Counseling Association.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)235-259
JournalJournal of Employment Counseling
Volume60
Issue number4
Online published25 Oct 2023
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Dec 2023

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 4 - Quality Education
    SDG 4 Quality Education
  2. SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
    SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
  3. SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities
    SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities

Research Keywords

  • career decision-making self-efficacy
  • career intervention
  • disability
  • higher education students
  • job search skills

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